Samsung Chronos 7 Owners Manual

							90Chapter 3.  
Using the computerSharing content using the AllShare Play app (Optional)
Use AllShare Play (Play / Transfer / Upload Files)
Playing videos or viewing photos on a TV
With AllShare Play, you can play a file saved on a registered device, 
nearby device, or Storage on TV. You can search for TVs that satisfy 
the following 3 conditions:
The TV must be connected to the same AP (access point).• 
The TV must be turned on.• 
The DLNA service must be running on the TV.• 
1
 Select the checkbox of the video or photo to be displayed.
2
 Click Change player at the top of the screen to search for a 
device.
3
 If the PC and TV are connected, a message asking you to 
allow access appears from the TV. Allow access.
4
 The video or photo slideshow is played on the device.
If the files that you want to play are stored in Registered 
Devices or Registered Storage, playing videos or photo 
slideshows can be slow when the network connection is 
unstable.   
						

							9091Chapter 3.  
Using the computerSharing content using the AllShare Play app (Optional)
Playing a file
In AllShare Play, you can play a file saved on a registered device, 
nearby device, or Storage.
1
 Select the checkbox of the video or photo that you want to 
play.
2
 Click Play at the top of the screen.
A player such as Windows Media Player is launched and the 
file is played.
Set the player settings in the options of Windows Media 
Player to keep the player on top of other windows to 
always view Windows Media Player on top of other windows.
Transferring a file
1
 If you select a registered device or nearby device, the files 
saved on the device are displayed on the screen.
2
 Select a file (or files), and select a destination from the 
Transfer menu.
You can then copy or move the file(s).    
						

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Using the computerSharing content using the AllShare Play app (Optional)
Uploading a file to a SNS
1
 Select the checkbox of the file that you want to upload.
2
 Click Share at the top of the screen and select a SNS (social 
networking site) website (Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Picasa, 
etc.).
3
 Sign in to the SNS.
4
 Follow the onscreen instructions to upload the file.
Depending on the country, supported SNS services can vary.    
						

							9293Chapter 3.  
Using the computerSamsung Software Update
SW Update is a software program that searches for Samsung 
software programs and drivers installed when you purchased the 
computer and helps you update any drivers or programs. 
You can check updatable files before performing the • 
update only when you are connected to the internet.
SW Update does not provide any updates for device drivers • 
or software programs installed separately by the user.
1
 From the Start Screen, right-click any area and select  
All apps  in the bottom right corner.
Then, click SW Update.
2
 If the program is running for the first time, the User 
Agreement for personal information use appears. 
Click Agree. 
3
 The SW Update program runs. 
Select the items that you want to update before proceeding 
with the update process.
Software 
Update
Software List   
						

							94Chapter 3.  
Using the computerDiagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting
The Support Center program, which is Samsung’s computer’s 
troubleshooting guide, supports diagnosing the system and has a 
FAQ for frequently occurring problem(s).
Support Center may not be provided or may be a different 
version depending on the model.
1
 From the Start Screen, right-click any area and select  
All apps  in the bottom right corner.
Then, click Support Center.
2
 Support Center is activated and starts diagnosing your 
computer.
After the diagnosing process is finished, the System Status 
menu displays a list of the current problems to be solved as 
shown.
FAQ for 
computer’s 
major problems Diagnosing 
Computer and 
Troubleshooting
Searching for 
computer’s problems
3
  You can solve a problem by clicking the Troubleshoot button 
for the problem.   
						

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Using the computer
The Support Center program, which is Samsung’s computer’s 
troubleshooting guide, supports diagnosing the system and has a 
FAQ for frequently occurring problem(s).
Support Center may not be provided or may be a different 
version depending on the model.
1
 From the Start Screen, right-click any area and select  
All apps  in the bottom right corner.
Then, click Support Center.
2
 Support Center is activated and starts diagnosing your 
computer.
After the diagnosing process is finished, the System Status 
menu displays a list of the current problems to be solved as 
shown.
FAQ for 
computer’s 
major problems
Diagnosing 
Computer and 
Troubleshooting
Searching for 
computer’s problems
3
 You can solve a problem by clicking the Troubleshoot button 
for the problem.
Using the Security Slot
You can secure the computer by connecting a lock and cable to 
the Security Slot.
To use this feature, you have to purchase the lock and cable 
additionally. To use the lock and cable, refer to the product 
manual.
Tie the lock and cable to a fixed object and install the other end of 
the cable to the security slot.   
						

							BIOS Setup 97
Setting a Boot Password 99
Changing the Boot Priority 102
Upgrading Memory (Optional) 103
Battery 106
Chapter 4. 
Settings and Upgrade  
						

							97Chapter 4. 
Settings and UpgradeBIOS Setup
The BIOS Setup enables you to configure your computer hardware 
according to your needs.
Use the BIOS setup to define a boot password, change the • 
booting priority, or add a new device.
Since incorrect settings may cause your system to • 
malfunction or crash, take care when configuring the BIOS.
The functions of the BIOS setup are subject to change for • 
product function enhancement purposes.
The BIOS Setup menus and items may differ depending on • 
your computer model.
Turbo Control (for corresponding models only)
This technology automatically controls the CPU performance 
to minimize heat generation when the CPU temperature 
exceeds a preset level. Due to the automatic control of the 
CPU performance, the experienced performance may be 
degraded.
If you don’t want to use the Turbo Control technology, enter 
the BIOS Setup, select Advanced > Turbo Control from the 
menu and set it to Disabled.
In this case, the temperature of the surface of the product 
may increase. (If you cannot find the menu item in the BIOS 
Setup menu, download the latest version of the BIOS from 
the download center and install it.)
Entering the BIOS Setup
1
 Turn the computer on.  
Immediately press the F2 key several times.
2
 After a moment, the BIOS setup screen appears. 
The items in the BIOS setup may differ depending on the 
product.   
						

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Settings and Upgrade
The BIOS Setup Screen
The BIOS Setup menus and items may differ depending on 
your computer model.
Setup MenuSetup Items
Help
Help for the 
selected 
item appears 
automatically.
Setup MenuDescription
SysInfoThis is a description about the basic specifications 
of the computer.
AdvancedUsing this menu, you can configure the major 
chipsets and additional functions.
SecurityUsed to configure security functions, including 
passwords.
BootThis menu enables you to configure peripherals and 
booting related settings such as the boot priority.
ExitUsed to exit the Setup either saving the changes or 
not.
System Setup Keys
In the Setup, you have to use the keyboard.
F1Press to view the Setup Help.
Up & Down 
Keys Press to move up and down.
F5/F6 Press to change the item value.
F9Press to load the default Setup 
settings.
ESCPress to return to a higher level 
menu or to move to the Exit menu.
Left & Right 
Keys Press to move to another menu.
EnterPress to select an item or to enter a 
sub menu.
F10Press to save the changes and exit 
Setup.
The keyboard image may differ from the actual keyboard.
BIOS Setup    
						

							9899Chapter 4. 
Settings and UpgradeSetting a Boot Password
If you set a password, you have to enter the password when you 
turn the computer on or enter the BIOS Setup.
By configuring a password, you can restrict system access to 
authorized users only and protect data and files saved on the 
computer.
The password setting provides the following 3 sub menus.• 
(Supervisor Password, User Password and HDD Password)
Do not lose or forget your password. • 
Do not let others know your password.• 
If you forget the Supervisor Password or HDD Password, • 
you will need to request assistance from the service center. 
In this case, a service fee will be charged.
When you forget the User Password, you can disable • 
the Supervisor Password, and the User Password is also 
automatically disabled.
The screen images and terms may differ from actual • 
product depending on the computer model and driver 
version.
Setting a Supervisor Password
If you set a Supervisor Password, you need to enter the password 
when you turn the computer on or enter the BIOS Setup.
Setting only the Supervisor Password and User Password is not 
very secure. You can use an HDD Password as well to increase the 
security level.
1
 Select the Security menu in the BIOS Setup. 
2
 In the Set Supervisor Password item, press .
XXXXXXXX
3
 Enter a password, press , re-enter the password for 
confirmation, and press  again.
The password can be up to 8 alphanumeric characters. 
Special characters are not allowed.
4
 The supervisor password has been set. 
The supervisor password is required to turn the computer on 
or to enter the BIOS Setup.
For some models, if the password entered message appears 
in the Setup Notice window, the settings are not complete 
until the  key is pressed.